It's not exactly a beach town in the idyllic sense. Though not as fancy as other names, Freeport offers raw value. Casinos, Hard Rock hotels, golf courses on the inlet, golf courses on the ocean, a community college, the Biloxi area has a lot to offer someone who wants a beach town with activities. It's not a surprise, as U.S. Census data shows these Gulf Coast states as having some of the lowest median home values in the country. Using the 2017 median property values provided by DataUSA, here are the beach towns that seem to offer the most value. It is an outdoorsman's paradise. I speak from personal experience when I say that the amount of growth in the past decade has been substantial. Make no mistake, this area is not for the classic beach bum. Palm Bay, Florida. Nestled on the eastern side of North Bay, Aberdeen is within minutes of beaches like Ocean Shores, Copalis Beach, Cohasset Beach, Bay City, and a multitude of state parks and wildlife areas. With a beautiful downtown, botanical gardens, boardwalks, and many restaurants, Port St. Lucie offers a nice city with warm weather that is close to many coastal attractions. Not to be confused with Beaufort, S.C., Beaufort, N.C. is a little more expensive than some other names on this list. The desire to own a beach house might be one of the most common dreams in the U.S. Again, this is an area offering a different set of coastal attractions. Buoyed by the U.S. military's presence, Jacksonville, N.C. sits on New River, a few miles from the ocean. To Jacksonville's southwest, you'll find North Topsail Beach, Surf City, and Topsail Beach. The longtime beach resort capital of the East Coast has a host of activities for pretty much anyone. The beaches might not offer the same size and scale as the Carolinas, and there's a fair bit of industrialization, but Freeport makes up for it in sheer affordability. Speaking of Southport, though not harboring a beach of its own, the small town is within a day's drive of many beaches including Oak Island, Sunset Beach, Holden Beach, etc. But if you want to be in the heart of the Outer Banks territory, you're going to pay more. Want the weather of Florida without the cost of some places? Myrtle is affordable, but it is no secret. More golf courses than you can count, restaurants galore, shops, shows, boating, fishing, you name it and it can probably be done at Myrtle Beach. Prepare yourself for a different way of life, as a slow-paced, relaxed atmosphere exists in this area of the country. Population: 114,194. Depending on how close to the water you get, your homeowners' insurance rates can vary substantially, and some of these areas are subject to hurricane damage. Nestled in the heart of the southeastern coast of Florida, Deerfield Beach is close to everything. Beautiful waters, mixed with the Historic Pensacola Village and the array of neighboring sands close by, Pensacola offers a lot to appreciate for the price. A bona fide city, Corpus Christi offers more of urban coastal experience. Bay St. Louis is a quieter locale. Bear in mind the other hidden factors within the cost of homeownership. Already the second-largest city in Mississippi, Gulfport has lighthouses, waterparks, an international airport, and is within a morning drive of downtown New Orleans. Median home price: $187,889. It is very similar to Gulfport and Ocean Springs. Receive full access to our market insights, commentary, newsletters, breaking news alerts, and more. If you want a little more action, Myrtle Beach is still probably one of the best places in terms of affordable beach towns. Deerfield is within minutes of Hillsboro Beach, Deerfield Island Park, Highland Beach, Delray Beach, among others.